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Pumpkin Boat Noodles

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ญ Thai

Broth-soaked noodles, tender pumpkin and fresh herbs layered bite by bite. 35 minutes of mostly hands-off cooking.

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Ginger4 slices
  • Thai Basilhandful
  • Fish Sauce2 tbsp
  • Rice Noodles250 g
  • Shallots3 cloves, smashed
  • Stock or Broth1.2 litres
  • Pumpkin500 g, cubed
  • Noodles200 g
  • Beef Broth1 litre
  • Star Anise2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Simmer the stock with the garlic and ginger for 15 minutes to build a fragrant base, then season with the fish sauce and salt.

  2. 2

    Cook the noodles separately so the broth stays clean, and divide them between deep bowls.

  3. 3

    Cook the pumpkin gently in the simmering broth until just done, then lift out and slice or portion.

  4. 4

    Ladle the piping-hot broth over the noodles and arrange the pumpkin on top.

  5. 5

    Finish with thai basil, spring onions and a wedge of lime on the side.

Chef's tip

For deeper flavour, toast the red curry paste in the oil before adding anything wet.

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